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Northrop Grumman Glide Phase Interceptor Principal Electrical Engineer (Lead) in Chandler, Arizona
Requisition ID: R10180098
Category: Engineering
Location: Chandler, Arizona, United States of America
Clearance Type: Secret
Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
Shift: Days (United States of America)
Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
Positions Available: 1
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Glide Phase Interceptor Electrical Engineer Lead (Principal+)
Northrop Grumman Space Systems is currently seeking an experienced Principal Electrical Engineer (EE) to lead the Glide Phase Interceptor (GPI) team at our Chandler, AZ facility. GPI is a new development product offering exciting opportunities and unique problem-solving challenges. The EE lead is the single point of contact responsible for all electrical systems on the GPI vehicle and interfacing to the existing launch system. This leadership position requires a unique personality with strong technical skills, development, documentation and requirements compliance.
Job Responsibilities
Leads Electrical Engineering (EE) team to develop the Glide Phase Interceptor (GPI) electrical design
Oversees all aspects of electrical design ensuring compliance to established command media and customer requirements
Single point of contact for all electrical engineering matters to multiple customers and peers which include the EE department, other functional departments, GPI program management and the GPI customer
Collaborates with other product teams and disciplines to address EE requirement impacts into total system design
Works in a team environment, leading team on a variety of tasks with adaptability and quick responses to unique challenges
Performs Cost Account Management (CAM), reports variances, earned value, and provides inputs to program master schedule
Develops and presents technical material to all levels of customers to represent the program and ensure compliance to all requirements
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related STEM degree with 5 years of experience and or a Master’s and 2 years of experience
Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope
Strong engineering team leadership skills
Strong technical and decision making
Excellent communication skills: verbal, written, and presenting
Ability to travel up to 20% of time, including international travel
Desired Qualifications
Advanced Degree in STEM
Cost Account Management and Earned Value reporting
Experience working in a multi-discipline Integrated Product Team (IPT) structure
Previous interceptor missile system design experience
Interceptor or missile launch experience
Detail orientated approach with methodical problem-solving skills
Experience with small form factor flight avionics packaging design oversight
Experience documenting/developing/deriving/following system and product requirements
Salary Range: $95,300 - $142,900
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
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